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SPOTLIGHT ON WASHINGTON, DC

WELCOME TO WASHINGTON, DC

Washington, DC, the capital of the United States, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland

and Virginia. It is known for imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal

government’s three branches: the Capitol, White House, and Supreme Court. It's also home to iconic museums and performing arts

venues such as the Smithsonian and the Kennedy Center.

Contents

Climate and Geography 02

Cost of Living and Transportation 03

Sports and Outdoor Activities 04

Shopping and Dining 05

Schools and Education 06

GLOBAL MOBILITY SOLUTIONS l SPOTLIGHT ON WASHINGTON, DC l 01

GEOGRAPHY

Washington, D.C., is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S.

East Coast. The District is bordered by Virginia to the west and

Maryland to the north, south, and east.

The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border

with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the Anacostia River and

Rock Creek. The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal starts in Georgetown

and was used during the 19th century to bypass the Little Falls of

the Potomac River.

The highest natural elevation in the District is 409 feet (125 m)

above sea level at Fort Reno Park in upper northwest Washington.

The lowest point is sea level at the Potomac River.

CLIMATE

Washington is in the northern part of the

humid subtropical climate zone. However,

the city has a temperate maritime climate.

Winters are usually chilly with light snow, and

summers are hot and humid.

Spring and fall are mild to warm, while winter

is chilly with annual snowfall averaging 15.5

inches (39 cm). Winter temperatures average

around 38 °F (3.3 °C) from mid-December to

mid-February. Summers are hot and humid

with a July daily average of 79.8 °F (26.6 °C)

and average daily relative humidity around

66%. Precipitation occurs throughout the year.

The air quality index in Washington DC is

33% better than the national average and the

pollution index is 44% better than the national

average.

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

100oF 37.8oc

80oF 27.7oc

60oF 15.6oc

40oF 4.4oc

20oF -6.7oc

5 in. 127.0 mm

4 in. 101.6 mm

3 in. 76.2 mm

2 in. 50.8 mm

1 in. 25.4 mm

PrecipitationHigh Temp Low Temp

6 in. 152.4 mm120oF 48.9oc

Washington, DC Climate Graph

Average High/Low Temperatures

January 29oF / 66oF

July 66oF / 88oF

Average Precipitation

Rain 40 in.

Snow 15 in.

Low / High



TRANSPORTATION

Highways

Interstates I-66, I-395, I-495 (Beltway)

US Highways US-1, US-29, US-50

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood

Marshall Airport (BWI)

Bus and Rail

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

(WMATA) operates Washington Metro commuter

rail system and Metrobus. The city runs DC

Circulator that connects commercial areas within

central DC. Union Station is the main train terminal

and serves Metro, Amtrak, Maryland's MARC, and

Virginia's VRE commuter lines.

COST OF LIVING

As with any big city, Washington has an assortment of unique neighborhoods that vary in cost of living. There are some houses

on the market around the $300,000 mark, while others are listing for over $10,000,000. Costs for healthcare, transportation, and

utilities are slightly higher than other cities in the area like Baltimore and Philadelphia. However, Washington DC is much less

expensive than New York City, which is just four hours away by car.



Median Home Purchase Price

$565,950Median Monthly Rent (1BDRM)

$2,128

Key Housing Figures*

*Sources: www.zillow.com - accessed 08/09/2017, www.numbeo.com - accessed 08/09/2017

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

Washington DC is a vibrant city that offers a diverse range of activities. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy biking, boating, hiking, and

other activities in Washington's many parks. Walking to all the amazing attractions is a big part of Washington. DC is one of only

twelve cities to have a team in all four major (MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL) sports. Sports fans can watch professional teams play baseball,

basketball, football, and soccer.

OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE

Beautiful Parks

East Potomac Park

Glover Archbold Park

Little Falls Park

National Mall

President's Park

Awe-Inspiring Monuments

Jefferson Memorial

Lincoln Memorial

Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Washington Monument

Discover More

dctours.us

placesinwashingtondc.com

thedistrict.com

visitthecapitol.gov

washington.org

SPORTS

Pro Teams

MLB: Washington Nationals

MLS: D.C. United

NBA: Washington Wizards

NHL: Washington Capitals

NFL: Washington Redskins

WNBA: Washington Mystics

Major Venues

FedEx Field

Nationals Park

RFK Stadium

Verizon Center

Great Attractions

Madame Tussuad's

National Zoo

United States Botanical Gardens

United States Capitol

White House Tours



SHOPPING & DINING

Dining in DC

Washington DC, with its many diplomats, is a truly

international city; there is even a Chinatown. World-

class restaurants offer cuisine from around the globe.

However, American steakhouses are the most prevalent

fine dining establishments. For the most trendy tastes,

head to Penn Quarter. This vibrant, relatively new

district is home to upscale restaurants with daring

chefs that offer imaginative and delicious creations.

A Shopper’s Paradise

There is nothing you can't find in Washington. From

massive indoor malls to amazing outlet stores to

locally-owned boutique shops, Washington shoppers

can get anything they need. No matter where you are

in Washington, you can find nationally-recognized

brands or unique, one-of-a-kind items. Washington is

surrounded by suburbs with some of the best malls in

the country.

ART & CULTURE

Washington has some wonderful, historic theaters that attract top acts from around the

world. There are also many museums and art galleries in Washington that will engage the

minds of visitors of all ages.

Museums l African-American Civil War Museuml American Art Museuml Hirshhorn Museuml International Spy Museuml Kreeger Museuml National Air & Space Museuml National Gallery of Artl National Museum of Womenl National Portrait Galleryl Newseuml Smithsonian National Museuml United States Holocaust Museum

Theaters l Arena Stagel Atlas Performing Arts Centerl Ford's Theatrel John F. Kennedy Center for the Artsl Keegan Theatrel Lincoln Theatrel National Theatrel Sidney Harmon Halll Studio Theatrel Sylvan Theaterl Washington Stage Guildl Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company



EDUCATION IN WASHINGTON, DC

American University

Washington, DC

Catholic University of America

Washington, DC

George Washington University

Washington, DC

Georgetown University

Washington, DC

Howard University

Washington, DC

Notable Colleges & Universities

District of Columbia Public Schools

Elementary & High School

There are over 110 public schools in Washington,

DC. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13:1 which

is better than the national average. DC has

many private and charter schools, as well as

international schools to cater to the children of

the many diplomats in the city.

New York Educational Attainment

High School Graduates or higher 86%

Bachelor’s Degree or higher 53%

Contact

1200 First Street, NE

Washington, DC 20002

(202) 442-5885 l dcps.dc.govUniversity of the District of Columbia

Washington, DC



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